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Cllr Bill Drewitt, Portfolio Holder for Safer Communities said: "We want all our residents to feel safe when visiting or shopping in the town centre.

The start of Stage Four of the Tour of Britain rolls out from Market Square in Mansfield (Image: Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com)

“This consultation sets out proposals to keep the town centre safe, inviting and enjoyable for everyone.

“We would therefore like as many people as possible to have their say on our plans so that we can consider any changes to the Public Spaces Protection Order.”

Under the current system, if someone is cycling somewhere they shouldn’t be and refuse to dismount when asked, the police, PCSOs, community safety officers and other authorised council employees would be able to fine them.